Resource allocation in the Kenyan health sector : a question of equity

Chuma, Jane

Resource allocation in the Kenyan health sector : a question of equity

Master Thesis

2001

Publisher

University of Cape Town

Department

School of Economics

Faculty

Faculty of Commerce

Abstract

This study examined the current resource allocation decision-making processes, and the distribution of both ﬁnancial and non-ﬁnancial resources in the health sector. The study explored how the current resource allocation process has impacted on equity between provinces (equity being deﬁned as equal resources for equal need). It went further to look at possible alternatives that could lead the Kenyan health sector towards geographical equity. The study focused on the public health sector because it is the largest provider of health care services in Kenya. The basic argument underlying the study was that, raising additional funds for health care (e.g. through user fees) might not lead to equity, if the additional resources were to be allocated within the current resource allocation process. Instead, the study argues that the ﬁrst step towards equity in health care in Kenya is to distribute the current resources in a more equitable manner. This can only be done through the development and implementation of a better resource allocation process.

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Bibliography: leaves 107-112.

Keywords

Health Economics

Keywords

Health Economics

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